I watched Avengers Infinity War last week so I thought I’d review it here. I also found some religious themes in the movie which I wanted to explore a bit. Note that this review does contain spoilers, so you’re forewarned.
The case of Alfie Evans gripped the world last week. It was a classic case of David (Alfie and his family) against Goliath (the UK government and health system). Sadly, Goliath won this battle. In this podcast, I discuss how the events...
Recent comments by Pope Francis have called into question the existence of hell, or if anyone is actually there if it does exist. I take a look at the Church’s teaching on hell, as well as what it takes (or doesn’t take) to get there...
Last week President Trump authorized air strikes against Syria, because the Syrian leader had supposedly used chemical weapons against his own citizens. Is this military strike legitimate under Just War Doctrine? Is it constitutional? And does it...
After the news that 30,000 people entered the Catholic Church this past Easter, I thought I’d look at the numbers from previous years to see what I find. I wish I hadn’t. Resources: Article: The Incredibly Shrinking Catholic Convert...
There’s a lot to be upset with if you’re a practicing Catholic these days. It seems a day doesn’t go by that some Church teaching isn’t being undermined or denied by Church leaders. What’s a regular Catholic to do?...
Baseball season starts soon, and so I’m giving my predictions for the upcoming year. Spoiler: I don’t think the Reds will come in last! Resources: 2018 Baseball Predictions (Article)
My wife and kids tell me I’m a pessimist, and I prove it in this episode of my podcast. I spend time discussing what I think are the top threats to modern civilization. Cheery, I know. Resources: Article: Top 5 Threats to Civilization You...
Today is Ash Wednesday, so I thought I’d discuss the season of Lent, including my own disastrous first Lent and what I learned from it. Resources: Catholic Answers: Lent
Controversy surrounds Pope Francis again. This time he allegedly covered up abuse allegations against a Chilean bishop. This has led some (including myself) to openly wonder if he should be removed from office if these allegations are true. But...
Today is the 45th anniversary of the Roe v Wade decision that legalized abortion in America. I discuss what I feel is the best way to stop abortion once and for all.
I don’t actually get a vote for the Baseball Hall of Fame, but here’s what my vote would look like if I did. I also discuss why I’m #Never Bonds and #NeverClemens. Resources: Article: My 2018 Hall of Fame Ballot BBWAA Rules for...
